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a dynamic; and to use new technology. Information was researched accordingly. Staff explored designs for shelters in other cities and countries; internal discussions were held with the Planning & Building Agency; with PWA's Administration division which handles the Clear Channel contract; Information Services to obtain technical guidance; and with PWA's Construction division for constructability matters. Discussions were held with OCTA and interviews with riders were conducted. Santa Ana sites were visited as well. The principal request from riders is that the shelters should provide shade. It was noted that transit stops must be durable. Photos of global installations were provided, some more ambitious and customized than others. Emerging goals include a cutting edge look, consideration of technology and green building, adaptable design for varying right of way conditions, and completion of the project within budget. Special features to consider include real time information boards, wi -fi capabilities, mobile phone charging, digital boards for City news, and green building. The transit stops to be improved at this time are along major transit thoroughfares. Two concepts and proposed prototypes were presented. One concept is a linear design; the other is a triangular design. The panels of the proposed shelters were discussed with Committee members, including the types of materials typically used. The next steps were explained, including finalization of the concept, development of the design, preparation of contract documents and the bid release. It is expected that the contract will be awarded in summer of 2016, with installation in Fall- Winter of 2016. Committee member Benavides expressed his appreciation of staff's efforts on the functional elements and design of the project. He indicated that he likes the concept of the design used in Ciudad Juarez, as well as elements of the curved awing which shows some creativity. It was clarified that the panels could be used for the city's branding campaign. Chairman Sarmiento said that this is an opportunity to have different themes, noting that cities like San Francisco and San Antonio design their bus shelters to fit elements of particular neighborhoods; for instance, the downtown shelters may be more colorful due to the artist's village. Other items to be taken into consideration include weather and graffiti. He is not pleased with the look of the plastic which looks nice initially but then are not attractive when they are weathered. Pitching the top or angling may be considered, but it is important that the stops wear well. It was emphasized that the design be very functional and usable for seniors and the disabled, so the linear design may be a better choice for shade. It was also mentioned that other cities also sell advertising space. WATER SYSTEM COMPUTERIZED HYDRAULIC MODEL PRESENTATION {Strategic Plan No. 6, 1 & 2} Water Resources Manager Nabil Saba provided Computerized Hydraulic Model project that approximately two years ago. The water system an update for the Water System was approved by Council computerized model will help to Development & Transportation Council Committee Minutes 2 February 11, 2016 13A -4